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To recognize the violence inflicted by Russian troops on those living in Ukraine, on Saturday there will be a prayer vigil at the Burlington Municipal Building.
“The topic of this prayer vigil is hands across our communities,” said Rev. Nellie Mann, who is the organizer of this event. “It’s praying time in the city, and we’re using 2 Chronicles 7:14.” The verse reads: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sins, and I will heal their land.”
Rev. Nellie Mann
Times-News
Courtesy of Rev. Nellie Mann
The intention behind this prayer vigil is to bring people together to pray for the families in Ukraine, as well as other communities throughout the region experiencing violence and tension. The program information also noted that “we want to pray for our government, our soldiers that’s fighting, first responders, and others.”
Mann has been partnering with other organizations as well to spread the word of this vigil, including using UNC and Elon University to promote the flyer to students on campus. She has also invited many members of the Burlington community to attend, including the mayor, the chief of police, as well as a host of pastors, church members, and community leaders.
It was also noted in the program that Mann is looking for a Ukrainian representative to participate in the event by praying and/or speaking.
Along with praying for Ukraine families in light of the war, Mann mentioned the importance of praying for families and communities within the state that have been exposed to excessive violence. She discussed how there’s a war going on between Black men who have lost their lives to violence, and also wants to acknowledge mothers and families who have lost their sons to similar circumstances.
“I also want to pray for the leadership in our community,” Mann said.
The prayer vigil will take place 2-4 p.m. The Burlington Municipal Building is located at 425 S. Lexington Ave., Burlington.
